According to the Text, One Good Way of Defending Oneself

question 59

Multiple Choice

According to the text, one good way of defending oneself against persuasive endeavors that are based on the principles of commitment and consistency is to ____.

• A) state your personal beliefs publicly prior to the attempted persuasion
• B) pay attention to signs of social proofing
• C) engage in psychological reactance
• D) act based on the norm of reciprocity during the attempted persuasion

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Definitions:

Sensation

The response of a sensory organ (eyes, ears, skin, tongue, nose) when it detects a stimulus.

Perception

The mental processing of sensory information when the brain interprets a sensation.

Cognition

The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses, encompassing processes such as memory, judgment, and problem-solving.

Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the frontal lobes of the brain implicated in a variety of complex behaviors, including planning, decision-making, and moderating social behavior.